research Effects of Visible Light on the Skin†
Visible light can damage skin and most sunscreens don't block it well; more research is needed on its effects and protection methods.
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30-60 / 1000+ results research Dermatologic care and sun protection practices need improvement in childhood cancer survivors
Childhood cancer survivors need better skin care and sun protection.
research Clinical Snippets
Early sunburn treatment with certain inhibitors may reduce skin cancer risk.
research 1618 Simulated solar radiation (SSR) induced skin inflammation across skin types measured by dynamic optical coherence tomography and laser doppler
Sunlight simulation causes skin inflammation, with different skin types reacting at different levels of exposure.
research Photoprotective Effects of a Multifunctional Hair Care Formulation Containing Botanical Extracts, Vitamins, and UV Filters
The Hair BB Cream effectively prevents UV damage and improves hair health.
research Solar-Induced Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation after Laser Hair Removal
Sun exposure after laser hair removal can cause skin darkening, which is hard to treat and requires avoiding UV light.
research ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT-ENHANCED VISUALIZATION OF CUTANEOUS SIGNS OF CAROTENE AND VITAMIN A DIETARY DEFICIENCY
UV light makes skin signs of lack of carotene and vitamin A more visible.
research 641 Evaluation of the influence of sunscreen formulations and SPF on genoprotection in a hair follicle-derived human epidermis model
Higher SPF sunscreens provide more DNA protection, and the form of sunscreen doesn't affect protection level.
research Skinspan: A Holistic Roadmap for Extending Skin Longevity With Evidence‐Based Interventions
The framework suggests sun protection, retinoids, and antioxidants to improve skin longevity.
research 181 Association of demographic and hospital characteristics with emergency department visits due to sunburn
Young, lower-income men are more likely to visit the emergency department for severe sunburns, especially in the summer and on weekends.
research Milestones in Photocarcinogenesis
UV radiation causes skin cancer, but sunscreens and certain drugs can help prevent it.
research Skin Rejuvenation and Resurfacing
research Sunscreen and facial skincare products in frontal fibrosing alopecia: a case–control study
Regular use of sunscreen may be linked to frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Montagna Symposium 2013—Light and Skin: How Light Sustains, Damages, Treats, Images and Modifies Skin Biology
Light affects skin health, aging, and cancer risk, and new light-based treatments and imaging are promising for skin care.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Sunscreen Use: A Cross-sectional Study of Actinic Damage
People with frontal fibrosing alopecia use sunscreen more due to increased sun damage, not because sunscreen causes their condition.
research 3D Modelling for Solar Erythemal UV Protection Provided by Human Hair
Human hair provides more UV protection when aligned and at higher angles, but the scalp still gets UV exposure.
research Weathering of the hairless scalp: a study using skin capacitance imaging and ultraviolet light-enhanced visualization
The study found that long-term sun exposure does not significantly affect follicular plugs on the scalp, and the scalp's appearance is unique compared to other body parts.
research Cutaneous Permeation and Penetration of Sunscreens: Formulation Strategies and In Vitro Methods
Effective sunscreen formulations can reduce skin absorption and enhance protection.
research CHARACTERIZATION OF PHOTOSENSITIZING EFFECTS BY TOPICAL DELIVERY OF ALPHA-TERTHIENYL AND UVA
Topical alpha-terthienyl with UVA may safely treat psoriasis without cancer risk.
research Photostability and toxicity of finasteride, diclofenac and naproxen under simulating sunlight exposure: evaluation of the toxicity trend and of the packaging photoprotection
Sunlight exposure increases drug toxicity; amber glass best for protection.
research Melasma in Men
Treating melasma in men is difficult, especially for the deeper skin layers, and may need more than just topical treatments.
research Sulforaphane mobilizes cellular defenses that protect skin against damage by UV radiation
Sulforaphane from broccoli can help protect skin from sun damage.
research Efficacy and Safety of an Oral Nutritional (Dietary) Supplement Containing Pinus pinaster Bark Extract and Grape Seed Extract in Combination with a High SPF Sunscreen in the Treatment of Mild-to-Moderate Melasma: A Prospective Clinical Study
The oral supplement with Pinus pinaster and Grape seed extract, used with sunscreen, effectively and safely improved mild-to-moderate facial melasma.
research Unilateral Gottron Papules in a Patient Following a Stroke
People with hair loss should use strong sun protection to prevent scalp skin cancer.
research Lichen Planopilaris in the Setting of Hair Sunscreen Spray
Sunscreen spray on the scalp may be linked to a type of scarring hair loss.
research Origin, Clinical Presentation, and Diagnosis of Facial Hypermelanoses
Facial dark spots can be caused by the sun, genetics, makeup, or medicine, and are diagnosed by patient history and skin tests.
research The risk of hydroquinone and sunscreen over-absorption via photodamaged skin is not greater in senescent skin as compared to young skin: Nude mouse as an animal model
Aging and sun damage do not increase the skin's absorption of certain sunscreens and drugs.
research Focal Photodamage on the Occipital Scalp
Baseball caps don't fully protect bald spots on the back of the head from sun damage; wear wide-brimmed hats or use sunscreen.
research Common Topical Medications
The document concludes that various topical medications are effective for skin conditions but often cause skin irritation as a side effect.
research Ultraviolet Light-Induced Leukoderma of the Scalp Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia: Senescent Actinic Depigmentation of the Scalp
UV light causes skin color loss in bald areas; wear a cap and use sunscreen.